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Sightseeing in Seattle when it rains? Try these three world-class museums for a fun, educational experience. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Hiking is one of Pacific Northwest outdoor enthusiast's favorite activities. Oregon and SW Washington offer an incredible variety of forests, parks and national monuments ready for exploration and appreciation. Hikers should not be taken by surprise in this incredible area of the country however. Forest, coastal lands and cave hiking all present unique challenges to any hiker. The Pacific Northwest can prove to be dangerous if hikers are unprepared. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Many visitors to the Pacific Northwest will be exposed to Native Indian art while touring the region, especially in British Columbia. Among this aboriginal artwork are the magnificent hand made Pacific Northwest Native Indian wood carvings by the Canadian aboriginal artists in BC. While in some of the major Canadian cities (Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal) or other tourist areas popular with international visitors such as Banff, such carvings will be seen at various retail shops and displayed at some museums as well as some public areas such as parks. Related Article Tags: , ,
Pacific Rim furniture can be a great addition to any home - inside or out. The great variety of these accessories makes them fun, fancy, or just plain functional. There is no single style in this particular furniture. It's Pacific Rim because of the area on the globe - the countries around the Pacific Ocean - that is it made in. Related Article Tags: , ,
'The Pacific' is a series, which has enthralled many viewers, serving the flavor of World War II, with gut-wrenching power. This series gives a chance to viewers, to look beyond the particular vicinity provided to them by war movies or series. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Pacific Rim furniture is not just for the home. This decor is making its way onto patios, porches, and out into the gardens as well. Related Article Tags: , ,
Crater Lake National Park is a gem of the Pacific Northwest. It is located in south central Oregon in a sparsely populated area and it truly is in the middle of nowhere. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Northwest Montana is one of the most beautiful and scenic places in the western Rocky Mountains, and if you're planning a visit here are six things that you should check out. Obviously, most of these things revolve around the outdoors, mostly because Northwest Montana is all about the outdoors. Related Article Tags: , ,
The small city of Sequim, Washington sits on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest almost directly across the water from Vancouver Island, Canada. The ambience of this Dungeness Valley paradise could never be described in words. However, I will attempt to do so in hopes that you might find out what thousands of visitors a year already know.
Residents of the Northwest United States are proud of the conservation efforts put forth in their state. Washington, Oregon and Idaho have preserved some of the most beautiful forests, mountains, deserts and valleys for generations of outdoors enthusiasts. Much of the land in these great states is made available for people all over the country to enjoy on a regular basis. Camping, hiking, hunting and fishing are popular vacation activities in this part of the country because there are so many diverse places to go and see. Related Article Tags: , ,
Seattle Center is the heartbeat of modern day Seattle and a must see for anyone visiting the Seattle Washington area. It is perhaps one of the most famous places in Seattle if for nothing else, for the Space Needle that is housed here. The Space Needle is one of if not the most easily recognized landmarks in the U.S. Northwest. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Nothing says tropical paradise quite like an excursion to the Hawaiian Islands. The volcanic archipelago lost in the middle of the North Pacific Ocean stretches northwest from the Big Island of Hawaii in the south through Maui, Kahoolawe, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, Kauai and Niihau, each with its own identity and topography. Eleven more islands, reefs and atolls comprise the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands and are all uninhabited. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
With Costa Rica's Northern Pacific coast real estate development and commercialization well under way, real estate investors are turning to other regions to develop as well; most are focusing on Costa Rica's Southern Pacific coast, calling it the next hotspot. Here's why... Related Article Tags: , , , ,
When it comes to framing and matting supplies for your artistic photographic images, quality is everything. Your images may be the finest taken since Ansel Adams turned his camera toward the spectacular mountain ranges of California and the Pacific Northwest, but without the proper photography frames, matboard and other framing and matting supplies, your prints will not only look cheap, they’ll deteriorate very quickly as well. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Liberia International Airport helped the Northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica to become a burgeoning tourist locale, rich in fun and premium real estate. Now, the Costa Rican government and real estate investors are hoping that an airport in Sierpe will do the same for the Southern Pacific coast. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Many people don't know that Hawaii is a volcanic archipelago in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
One of the many special things about the Pacific Northwest Coast area is the gardening. The climate here gives us a long growing season, and, for most of the year, plenty of water so that we can have lush yards and gardens without a lot of effort. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail is a must for serious hikers on the west coast and through much of the world. While it can be great, you need to keep an eye out for potential critter problems. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Northwest Montana offers some of the best hiking that can be found anywhere in the entire United States. The mountainous scenery and abundant wildlife make hiking in this part of the country a true adventure. Related Article Tags: , , ,
A visit surprise to the remarkable northwest corner of the lower 48 states, from Bellingham, Washington to the Northern Cascades to the Pacific Coast, and the rural farm country in between. We discover this amazing northwest corner of Washington state with something for everyone.
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